Hastings High School

Office Phone: 269-948-4409

Thursday 4/30/26

MANDATORY SENIOR MEETING

The last required Senior Meeting is Tuesday, May 12, at 2:00 PM in the HPAC. We will be reviewing final details for graduation, including due bills, and distributing honors cords. This meeting is for senior students only (and includes both virtual and in-person seniors). We look forward to seeing you there!   (5/12)

REMINDERS

 EXCHANGE STUDENT ROTARY LUNCHEON

If you are an exchange student and are planning on attending the Rotary Luncheon on May 4th to honor our Exchange Students, it is time to turn in those RSVP forms to Mrs. Maurer! This is mandatory so that Rotary can plan on the appropriate numbers. RSVPS are due no later than TODAY, Thursday, April 30th. (4/30)

PARENT ADVISORY MEETING

Please join us for a Parent Advisory Meeting on Wednesday, May 13 from 6:00–7:00 PM at Hastings High School. Topics will include academic advancement opportunities (Dual Enrollment, AP, Early Middle College, CTE), scheduling, counseling resources, online learning options, and ways for parents to get and stay involved. We hope to see you there! (5/13)

SENIOR INFORMATION

CAPS FOR DECISION DAY
Caps for Decision Day are now available for purchase! If you would like to decorate your cap for Decision Day to highlight your future plans, they are available for purchase from Mrs. Maurer! This is completely optional and is not a requirement.

Please note that decorated caps are permitted for Decision Day only. Plain caps must be worn during Graduation to participate in the ceremony.

Caps are $10 each and will be sold until May 7th. There is a limited number of caps available, if this is something you would like to do, be sure to purchase yours early to secure one! (5/7)

PROM

Hey Juniors and Seniors did you hear the news?  There will be awesome food at Prom Saturday night!  Think chocolate fountains, desserts and charcuterie boards.  Oh, and wait...did you hear about the photo booth with free prints for everyone...Get your tickets by 3:30 Friday as they will not be sold at the door and you don’t want to miss this evening of fun.  Be sure to get your guest passes for your dates if they are not HHS students.  Tickets are only $35 each!

If you have any questions, please reach out to Mrs. Newberry. (5/1)

STUDENT SERVICES

AP TESTING
AP Testing is May 4-15. Please make sure you arrive 15 minutes early in the Aux Gym Lobby for your test. Be sure to check your student email for more details. (5/15)

LINK LEADER APPLICATIONS
Attention 10th and 11th graders!  Think about the kind of school you want to be part of.  Your school becomes what you make it. Link Crew Leader applications are now open! Check your school email for the Link Crew Leader Application google form.  Applications are due by Friday, May1, if you would like to be considered.  We will notify you by email if you are invited to our fun May Day which will be Tuesday, May 19, from 1:00-3:00pm.  If you have any questions please reach out to Ms. Herbert or Mrs. Coltson. (5/1)

SCHOLARSHIPS & COLLEGE AWARD OFFERS
Seniors, if you are receiving Scholarships or Financial Aid Award Letters from colleges, please be sure to fill out the Scholarship Google Form online at: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSesD6sOqY5pmiRr8fkPqnEsmfp3vFs5fj3_3blUVA5332IYVw/viewform 

Also, please reach out to Mr. Cuffman to help you better understand the total cost of attendance and to compare letters to make the best choice! (5/15)

SENIOR SCHOLARSHIPS

- The Hasting Athletic Boosters Scholarship is open to student-athletes who have participated in at least one sport all four years of high school, and maintained a GPA of 3.0 or higher throughout high school.  Click HERE to view the application and requirements. The application deadline is May 1, 2026.   (5/1)

JOB OPPORTUNITIES

- Centrie Concrete Cutting & Drilling is looking for a Summer Intern to work as a Concrete Sawing and Core Drilling Operator Assistant. This role supports concrete cutting and drilling projects by assisting the main operator with job site tasks, equipment preparation, and site cleanup. The Operator Assistant helps ensure projects run smoothly while following safety protocols and maintaining high-quality service standards. This is a part-time, entry-level position (no experience using slab saws, core drills, and wall saws) with an opportunity to learn a valuable trade. Applicants must be 18 years old at hire. Experience in construction preferred. Apply online at centriecut.com under Employment, or at https://centrieconcretecutting.easyapply.co/

BLOOD DRIVE
The Interact club is hosting a blood drive Friday, May 1, from 9:30am-2:30pm. All elegible donors will recieve a hoodie and plaid pajama pants. If you would like to donate please sign up online at

https://donateblood.versiti.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/11615368

If you are 16, please pick up a consent form in the office. (5/1)

CHOIR

Choir Trip to Disney
The Choirs are going to Disney World! The trip sign ups begin Friday April 24th, and this trip is not to be missed! Three days in the parks, a live performance experience at Disney Springs, and a recording studio experience with Disney music professionals. It's going to be awesome. Two things: you need to be in choir next year, and you can get all the info you need from Mr. Moore. Just stop by the choir room! Don't miss the Disney World Trip 2027! (5/1)

ATHLETICS

- To view current Sports Schedules, visit our website or click here: https://websites.eventlink.com/s/hastings-high-school

-If you have not set up a Final Forms account please do so. Information on how to set up an account can be found on the Athletics page of the school website. 

Boys Basketball

If you’re a Hastings student planning to play basketball next year, we’re opening up the gym.

Starting Sunday, May 3rd, we’ll have open gym every Sunday from 5:00–7:00 PM at the high school.

This is for incoming 9th–12th graders for next school year. Hastings students only.

No pressure, just a chance to get shots up, play pick-up, and compete. Bring a friend, bring energy, and be ready to play. Contact Coach Webb with questions. (5/1)

RESULTS from coaches

UPCOMING EVENTS

April 30th – Club Pictures

May 1st – Blood Drive

May 2nd – Prom

May 4th – Interact Exchange Student Rotary Luncheon

May 6th – Senior Academy Awards

May 8th – Senior Decision Day

May 15th – Seniors Last Day

May 20th – Seniors Honors Night

May 21st – Graduation

May 25th – No School, Memorial Day

May 29th – Students Last Day